Private Client Solicitor (Head of Department)

Executive Network Legal Limited; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a Devon-based team as Head of Department, with hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

The role involves managing a varied private client caseload, delivering high-quality legal advice, and leading client relationships while contributing to the growth and direction of the Private Client offering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE or equivalent experience in private client matters.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Commercially minded with excellent client care.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied private client caseload and provide high-quality legal advice.
• Lead the Private Client department and supervise colleagues.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Shape the future direction of the department and support growth.

Skills

Private Client

Leadership

Client relationships

Caseload management

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Head of Department | 5+ PQE | Devon | Competitive Salary DOE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established and growing team in Devon as Head of Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Private Client Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in the continued development and growth of the department.

You will manage a varied private client caseload, provide high-quality legal advice to clients and work closely with colleagues across the firm. You will also have the opportunity to shape the future direction of the department, develop client relationships and contribute to business development.

The role is ideally based in Devon, with hybrid and flexible working available.

THE ROLE:

Applications are welcomed from Private Client Solicitors with 5+ years' PQE or equivalent experience, with a strong background across a broad range of private client matters.

You will ideally have experience in:

• Wills and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Trusts
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Inheritance Tax planning
• Court of Protection matters
• Tax and succession planning
• Contentious private client matters

As Head of Department, you will also be involved in team leadership, supervision, business development and the continued growth of the Private Client offering.

ABOUT YOU:

You will be an experienced and commercially minded Private Client Solicitor with excellent technical knowledge and a strong commitment to client care.

You will:

• Have strong leadership and team management skills
• Enjoy developing and maintaining client relationships
• Have a proven ability to manage a varied caseload